Fashion Design and Clothing Technology - Yaounde International Business School (YIBS)

Programme Overview

The Fashion Design and Clothing Technology programme at YIBS blends creativity, craftsmanship, and technology to equip students with comprehensive skills in garment production, textile science, and fashion entrepreneurship. From design conception to clothing construction, students explore the full fashion value chain—developing their personal style while learning to meet industry standards.

This programme is designed to empower the next generation of fashion designers, tailors, clothing technologists, and fashion business leaders capable of responding to both local cultural needs and global fashion trends.

Main Objectives

The programme is designed to:

Train students in professional fashion design, pattern making, and garment construction
Promote innovative use of fabrics, materials, and African cultural aesthetics
Equip learners with skills in fashion illustration, sewing techniques, and clothing production technology
Introduce students to fashion marketing, branding, and entrepreneurship
Support sustainable and ethical fashion practices
Prepare students to work independently or within the fashion and textile industry

Programme Duration

2 Years

HND in Fashion Design and Clothing

1 Year

B.Tech In Fashion Design and Clothing

Internship

Included at both levels

Study Options

Full-time / Part-time / Evening

Skills Acquired

Graduates will be able to:

Create original fashion concepts and designs
Draft, cut, and sew garments using professional techniques
Operate and maintain industrial sewing machines
Illustrate and present fashion collections professionally
Understand fabric types and how they influence garment design
Manage a fashion brand, boutique, or clothing production workshop
Apply quality control measures in clothing production
Innovate with local materials and promote sustainable fashion

Target Audience

This programme is ideal for:

Secondary school graduates with creative talent and interest in fashion
HND holders in clothing, textiles, or arts-related fields seeking a B.Tech
Aspiring designers, stylists, and fashion entrepreneurs
Tailors, seamstresses, and artisans seeking professional training and certification
Anyone passionate about African fashion, clothing, and cultural identity

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers such as:

Fashion Designer or Creative Director
Pattern Maker or Fashion Illustrator
Tailor or Garment Production Specialist
Fashion Stylist or Wardrobe Consultant
Clothing Technologist or Quality Control Officer
Boutique Owner or Fashion Entrepreneur
Instructor in Fashion Design or Tailoring Institutes

Opportunities for Further Studies

Students who complete this programme may go on to:

Study Master’s programmes in Fashion Design, Textile Technology, or Fashion Marketing
Earn international certificates in Sustainable Fashion, Fashion Photography, or Digital Fashion Design
Explore courses in Fashion Technology (CAD/CAM), E-commerce, or Brand Development

Your Style. Your Brand. Your Future.
Unleash your creative potential in the world of fashion with hands-on training from YIBS.

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